C7S1-2 Early Hebrews & Jewish Beliefs/Texts

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According to the Hebrew Bible, God promised to lead this man to a new land (Canaan) and that his descendants would become a mighty nation.

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Abraham

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Who led the Israelites out of slavery in a journey called the Exodus? Options: Abraham, Moses, Solomon

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Moses

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According to the Hebrew Bible, who was given the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai? (Options: Abraham, Moses, David)

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Moses

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Why did the Egyptian pharaoh finally agree to free the Israelites from slavery?

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A series of terrible plagues struck Egypt.

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What was the Exodus?

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The Hebrew's departure from slavery in Egypt

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First king of Israel. Never won full support of the religious and tribal leaders.

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Saul

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Israelite king admired for his military skills and poetry, who won the full support of the tribal leaders and established the capital of Israel at Jerusalem.

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David

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Strong Israelite king who expanded trade and wealth. Built a great temple to God in Jerusalem.

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Solomon

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When Solomon died, the kingdom of Israel split into two kingdoms called...

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Israel and Judah

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What is a Jewish house of worship?

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synagogue